NCR reproduction number rises to 1.15, OCTA warns of possible surge

Updated Thu, July 22, 2021 at 7:57 PM Published Tue, July 20, 2021 at 2:00 PM

The reproduction number (R) in the National Capital Region (NCR) has risen to 1.15, indicating sustained transmission.

This is an increase from the previous reported reproduction number of 0.91.

OCTA Research noted that the average number of daily new cases in the metropolis climbed by 27 percent to 813 cases for the past week, from 638 cases in the previous week.

The group of experts warned that this trend is similar to the period from February 12 to 19, which signified the start of a surge in the NCR.

While the cause of the increase is unclear, OCTA emphasized the need to be cautious and prepare for a possible surge.

They also stated that the increase in cases is still in its nascent stage and can be mitigated with proactive and decisive measures.

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